Most wildfires are preventable. Be fire safe
100% (287) • 394 campsites
Top-rated cabin rentals near Charleston
Barker Gap
1. Barker Gap
100%
(65)
35mi from Charleston · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Barker Gap! Opened in August 2024, we offer three beautifully shaded RV/camper spots: two pull-through and one back-in. We have no size or slide-out restrictions, as our spots were built with your comfort in mind. All sites come standard with 50A/30A/110 electric hookups, city water, a BBQ/park grill, a 30-inch fire-pit bowl, and sewage hookups. Wi-Fi is also included for all campers.
Our Accommodations
RV/Camper Sites
3 Shaded Sites: 2 pull-through and 1 back-in.
No Restrictions: No size or slide-out limits.
Full Hookups: 50A/30A/110 electric, water, and sewer.
Amenities: BBQ/park grill, 30-inch fire-pit bowl, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
The Bear's Den Cabin
A cozy one-room, one-bathroom cabin built to sleep four. It features:
Sleeping: A spacious queen bed, a cozy twin bed, and an adventure cot stowed under the twin bed, perfect for napping on the deck.
Kitchenette: Mini fridge/freezer, Keurig coffee maker, and microwave.
Bathroom: A metal-wrapped, 22-inch deep soaking tub with a rainfall shower head and a wave-activated hand dryer.
Tech & Comfort: 43-inch Wi-Fi-connected Smart TV and electrical outlets with integrated USB ports.
Outdoor: Includes your own 30-inch fire-pit bowl.
Essentials Provided: Coffee, bedding, towels, and bar soap.
The Cub Cabin
A cozy and inviting rustic retreat in Natural Dam. It features:
Sleeping: A queen/twin bunk bed adorned with bear quilts, plus an "adventure cot" tucked underneath for deck lounging or a fourth guest.
Comfort: Fully equipped with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and heating.
Kitchenette: Mini fridge, microwave, and Keurig coffee maker.
Relaxation: Features a swinging chair for reading and a 43-inch Smart TV.
Outdoor: Includes your own 30-inch fire-pit bowl.
Unique Design: The bathroom features a rainfall shower head and 60-plus-year-old salvaged patchwork wood; the cabin also incorporates weathered metal recycled from our on-site woodworking shop.
So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to camp at Barker Gap!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
Sacred Pines
2. Sacred Pines
100%
(49)
38mi from Charleston · 6 sites
Surrounded by thousands of acres of National Forest, enjoy secluded time in nature! Stay in our off-grid treehouses, peaceful campsites, cozy tiny homes, and handcrafted cabins, allowing you to connect with others in the wild. We are located near many hiking trails, kayaking spots, swimming holes, atv and bike trails and so muchg more!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
Ouachita River Haven
3. Ouachita River Haven
97%
(285)
49mi from Charleston · 21 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Ouachita River Haven!
Nestled between Ouachita National Forest property and the Ouachita River, our Haven is a peaceful little slice of nature for you to take a break, catch your breath, and enjoy the outdoors! Property has 1000 ft of river access, with canoe & kayak docks, swimming hole, volleyball and tetherball, horseshoes, swings.
We offer hiking, mountain biking, and river shuttles as well as canoe/kayak/tube rentals and shuttles. Such trips should be reserved in advance by messaging us or visiting our website.
Our office sells firewood for $5/bundle. We also have a small array of custom woodwork items from our woodshop, freeze dried snacks and hiking restocks, food from local vendors, and souvenirs!
All primitive sites have a picnic table, fire ring, and campfire grill grate.
Electric sites are 30 amp, if using for tent camping you will need a 3-prong converter (we can rent one to you for $5 if you do not have your own). RV/Camper MAXIMUM length is 28 feet.
Tipi rental is a camping experience only; it does not have electricity, a/c or heat. There are solar lights inside. We do have a Queen Sized outdoor bed and bedding available to add to rental for $10/night.
Bunkhouse is a camping experience - bring your own bedding. A/C, heat, electricity, TV & DVDs, Microwave, and Mini fridge are inside. Guests use campground restrooms
Campground restrooms and showers are a short walk from campgrounds.
We are pet-friendly. Dogs must be leashed at all times that they are not in a tent or camper and friendly with other dogs and people. There is a working dog on the property-he is friendly with all people and dogs.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
4. Ozark-St. Francis National Forests
98%
(37)
National forest 58mi from Charleston · 312 sites
Two distinct forests rolled into one package! That means twice the amount of outdoorsy goodness to explore. The Ozark National Forest covers most of the Ozark Mountains, including the highest peak in the state. It’s awesome here when the dogwood and redbuds bloom in the spring, and when the leaves change color in the fall. The St. Francis National Forest is more diverse, with the St. Francis and Mississippi Rivers running through it, as well as lakes, valleys, and tons of wildlife. It’s the only place in the national forest system where you can access the Mississippi River from the shore, so that right there is a must do! The whole expanse of land is filled with multi-use trails, hundreds of campsites, spots for swimming, fishing, and boating, and even some amazing caves to explore. Mother Nature crushing it as usual.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Lake Fort Smith State Park
5. Lake Fort Smith State Park
100%
(4)
State park 28mi from Charleston · 40 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Lake Fort Smith State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Ozark Mountain Blues
6. Ozark Mountain Blues
100%
(6)
16mi from Charleston · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
Learn more about this land:
Tiny home/cabin sits on our 1.5 acre property (we live on site) minutes from town, but with a country setting, about 10-15 minutes from both Ozark exits.
HOUSE RULES: Absolutely no smoking on premises! No vaping/candles in cabin. Bag trash (if more than half full) and put in container at end of drive. Clean up after yourself and wash all dishes.
Pets: $20 nonrefundable pet fee. Small, non-excessive shedding dogs only. Must be fully housebroken and vaccinated. No dogs on furniture. Put doggie 💩 in provided container.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Meadow Mountain Cottage Retreat
7. Meadow Mountain Cottage Retreat
27mi from Charleston · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging
Please give attention to your surroundings. You WILL be in the country. That means there are critters out there. Venomous snakes, coyotes, wasps, scorpions, bears (yes bears), dogs, frogs and maybe a Sasquatch. Just maybe!!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Turner Bend Cabins & RV Campground
8. Turner Bend Cabins & RV Campground
28mi from Charleston · 34 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Turner Bend, a unique outdoor destination that has been a cherished part of the Mulberry River Valley since 1911. Nestled at the junction of the Mulberry River and Highway 23, also known as the Pig Trail, Turner Bend Outfitter offers a blend of adventure and relaxation in Cass, Arkansas. Our campground features cozy cabin rentals, RV sites, and tent camping, all conveniently located near trailheads leading to the Mill Creek ORV/ATV riding area and other scenic trails in the Boston Mountain and Pleasant Hill Ranger Districts of the Ozark National Forest.
At Turner Bend, we cater to all your adventure needs. Whether you're eager to experience the thrill of whitewater boating on the Mulberry River, hike the picturesque Ozark Highland Trail, or ride your ORV/ATV through the stunning Ozark Mountains, we have you covered. Our rentals include canoes, kayaks, and rafts, making it easy to explore the river's beauty. After a day of outdoor activities, don't miss our 'almost famous' deli sandwiches, perfect for refueling.
In addition to our outdoor offerings, Turner Bend provides essential supplies for your adventures, including camping gear, premium gasoline, cold beer, native wine, ATV/OHV maps and t-shirts.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
Ridgetop A-Frame Offgrid
9. Ridgetop A-Frame Offgrid
100%
(4)
40mi from Charleston · 1 site
Private glamping experience. Beautiful, one-of-a-kind handbuilt mountaintop cabin with great views, spectacular sunsets, and that perfect unplugged feeling. A place surrounded by woods to enjoy a campfire, morning coffee, outdoor bath, time and mental space to finally read that book, and get inspired for life again. Each season offers its own kind of experience and beauty
Off-grid. Has Solar A/C !! (daytime hours only)
No electricity. 2 battery lanterns provided
AWD required! Cabin is up a 1-mile dirt road, part is smooth, part is a bit rough. Steep, unpaved hills. Our Subaru makes it. Roughest part is a switchback below cabin. Extra parking at bottom if you’d rather hike in—5 minute hike, road is flat after switchback
Hot water outdoor shower and bathtub. Running water inside cabin at kitchen sink, cold water only. Outhouse behind cabin
The cabin is on untreated well water. Bring your own drinking water
Wood-burning stove for heat. Use with CAUTION!
Free wood for stove/campfire provided! STRICT burn ban policy.
Stocked kitchen, 2-burner gas cooktop
Trash can behind outhouse
The cabin is private, surrounded by woods. There are neighbors in the distance. You may occasionally hear sounds of them working in their yard. A neighbor occasionally does target practice, so gun shots may be heard in the distance, but it is rare and brief.
We live 10 minutes away
Family lives on lower part of property
We sometimes are present on the lower part of the property
Grumpy neighbor lives at the bottom driveway. If you encounter him, tell him Curtis and Morgan invited you. Please just don't pull/back onto his driveway! Call us if he gives any trouble
My husband and I built this tiny cabin with our bare hands. No equipment, no other help. We wanted something to share with family, friends and anyone else looking to get away from this overly modern and exhausting world. It seems places like this available to people are disappearing. We wanted to bring it back. Hopefully you'll love and respect it!
Fayetteville (main city hub) 35-40 minute drive
Dollar General/gas station 20 min
Grocery 25 min
Bentonville 1 hr (city, mountain biking, Beaver lake
Devil's Den 30 min (hiking/mountain biking/views
White Rock 1 hr (mountain views, hiking, 4x4-ing, national forest
Pets
Toilets
Showers
Devil's Den State Park
10. Devil's Den State Park
100%
(27)
State park 35mi from Charleston · 161 sites
Hike past ancient rock formations or take a pedalboat out on the lake.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Wister Lake State Park
11. Wister Lake State Park
100%
(1)
State park 49mi from Charleston · 153 sites
Discover the natural splendor of Lake Wister State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Bug Tussle Ridge
12. Bug Tussle Ridge
100%
(2)
48mi from Charleston · 3 sites
Nestled 25 minutes from town, down a 2 mile dirt road, Bug Tussle Ridge offers a serene retreat across 450 picturesque acres. This property boasts a blend of meadows, rolling hills, and woodlands, providing the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
At Bug Tussle Ridge, you'll find an array of hiking trails that intersperse with a small creek. Abundant animal life inhabits the property, with many deer, birds, snakes, turtles and we even see an occasional bear.
Whether you're looking for a peaceful weekend getaway or a place to immerse yourself in nature, Bug Tussle Ridge promises a tranquil experience. Embrace the beauty of the countryside and the comfort of a well-loved homestead at this exceptional property.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
Nordin's Escapes
13. Nordin's Escapes
49mi from Charleston · 13 sites · RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Nordin’s Escapes — the kind of peaceful little campground people hope to find but rarely do. Tucked away on 10 acres along a quiet private road in the scenic Arkansas River Valley, we offer the calm, cozy, “take a deep breath” kind of stay that feels tucked away from the noise, while still being just minutes from Dardanelle and Russellville shopping, dining, and local conveniences. It’s pet-friendly, easy to settle into, and charmingly off the beaten path — without being far from anything you need.
Our campground features 9 full-hookup RV/camper sites with water, sewer, 30/50-amp electric, plus 4 fully equipped cabins with modern comforts for guests who want a little extra ease with their outdoor adventure. RV/Camper guests also have access to private full bathrooms for a more comfortable stay. Free High Speed Wifi For All!
Guests are welcome to enjoy free washer and dryer, grills for cookouts, a community fire pit for evening gatherings, and a fenced-in pet run area where your four-legged travel companions can stretch their legs.
The clubhouse is available to rent for a small fee for events and gatherings and includes a fully equipped kitchen, Big screen TV, comfortable seating and tables.
We’re conveniently located near Lake Dardanelle, ANO, St. Mary’s, restaurants, shopping, and local essentials. Spend the day fishing, boating, or relaxing by the lake, or head to Mt. Nebo for hiking, mountain biking, scenic overlooks, and plenty of Arkansas “wow, look at that view” moments.
Whether you’re rolling in for a weekend adventure, traveling for work, visiting family, or settling in for an extended stay, we welcome both short-term and long-term guests.
Come park it, cabin it, camp it, or just escape for a while — Nordin’s Escapes is your quiet corner of the Arkansas River Valley.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
Edendell Guesthouse
14. Edendell Guesthouse
100%
(2)
49mi from Charleston · 1 site
Edendell offers camping, full RV hookups, and a guest house. We offer bathrooms, showers, laundry, and kitchenette for campers and RVrs as well.
The Oden boat put in and recreation area on Ouachita river are only 1/2 mile away.
Big T's General Store is a great place for lunch on your way to the river!
We conveniently located between the Womble trail and Big Brushy loop trail.
We invite guest to come relax and adventure in the heart of the Ouachita national forest.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
Serenity Hollow Campground
15. Serenity Hollow Campground
100%
(3)
49mi from Charleston · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Serenity Hollow is a small, quiet 5-cabin property with 30 amp electric sites and primitive sites set in the countryside. You’ll enjoy:
• Peaceful surroundings
• Room to walk and explore
• Firepit for evening relaxation
• Beautiful sunsets and open skies
It’s perfect for guests who want privacy without isolation.
Perfect For:
✔ Couples looking for a weekend escape
✔ Girls trips
✔ Writers & remote workers needing quiet
✔ Travelers passing through
✔ Nature lovers
Traveling With Horses?
We are horse-friendly and offer pens for guests traveling with horses (please message for details). If you're not bringing horses, you'll simply enjoy the extra space and peaceful setting.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
T
Thomas
1 week ago
D
Daniel
2 weeks ago
With pets
Very nice set up, easy to find.
Host was very nice to allow us to check in a bit early, overall a good nights stay!
See moreB
Brandon
July 2026
With pets
A fantastic place to get away! Brian and his wife are fantastic people who care about what they do. Us, coming from West Texas, they made us feel right at home and offered any advice they had. Great location if you are looking to ride the trails! The cabins have a Blackstone grill, mini fridge and a microwave along with a full size tub and shower. If we ever get a chance to go back that direction, I will definitely be in touch! Excellent experience!
See moreS
Sarah
July 2026
Weekend Trip to Barker Gap
We loved staying at the Bear Den! Brian and Misty were super nice and helpful. They checked in with us a couple times to make sure we were good. They answered any questions we had about the surrounding area. We especially loved how they took every little detail into consideration with the cabin and campground. We will definitely be back!
See more
J
Justin
June 2026
Weekend Trip to Ridgetop A-Frame Offgrid
Loved our stay!
The cabin is beautifully designed, incredibly peaceful, and truly one of those rare places that helps you slow down and reconnect with nature.
My wife and I spent a few days here celebrating our 15th anniversary, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. We enjoyed the spectacular views, quiet mornings with coffee, evenings by the fire, and the outdoor soaking tub—which is an absolute must!
You can tell Curtis and Morgan poured their hearts into building this place. If you’re looking to unplug and recharge, this little mountaintop retreat is truly something special.
Oh, and the drive in is fun and not so daunting if you have the proper vehicle and wheels with a little grip.
See moreC
Cynthia
June 2026
Weekend Trip to Barker Gap
Clean, clean, clean! Such a nice property. The hosts were very accommodating. They reccomened places of interest in the area. And even gave us a small history lesson of the area. The cabin was so well kitted out! Games for kids and adults, too. Lots of extras! They plan on adding a dish washing station and a camp store.
See moreE
Eric
May 2026
4 nights at Barker Gap
Excellent and friendly host, very clean and well organized campground and cabin! Highly recommend.
See more
A
Acacia
May 2026
Weekend Trip to Ridgetop A-Frame Offgrid
Wonderful cabin- you can tell it’s been built with love and care. Remote enough to feel unplugged and detoxed, but really not a bad drive into town either.
I’d stay here again!
See more
Wendy
May 2026
With pets
This cabin was absolutely amazing!
Try the bath tub!
See moreJ
Jowerd
May 2026
Weekend Trip to Barker Gap
Great place to unwind. Simple cabin with everything we needed right off the ohv trails.
See more
R
Robb
April 2026
Weekend Trip to Ridgetop A-Frame Offgrid
What a beautiful space! I needed a little time alone, and the Ridgetop A-frame was perfect. Well decorating. Comfortable. The perfect spot to get away. Morgan and Curtis were fantastic hosts. Highly recommended!
See moreC
Carla
March 2026
With pets
Extremely accommodating owners with plenty of parking and a very well set up cabin. Just love this place and how nice the owners are. Very affordable for what they provide. Will be back many times
See more
A
Allen
March 2026
With pets
Easy access to trails. Cub cabin was better than expected.
See more
Amber
March 2026
With pets
We had the best time staying at the cabins with family and Brian was very helpful with any questions. We loved it!
See more
C
Casey
March 2026
With pets
Their home was absolutely beautiful! We had 15 guests and could have easily had more with the space. we were truly blown away when we arrived, it exceeded our expectations. All of my friends/family are already ready to book another trip :)
See more
M
Miller
January 2026
1 night at Barker Gap
We loved Brian and his professionalism.. The campgrounds are immaculate and so pet friendly! We’ll be booking again sooner than later.
See moreL
Lauren
January 2026
1 night at Barker Gap
Brian was very responsive, super accommodating, and the space was clean, beautiful and just what we needed! Our friends had a camper and we got Bears Den cabin bc we don’t so it was perfect. The check out day was the prettier day and he let us hang and not rush. It was very much appreciated and he was one of the best hosts with communication! Thanks Brian!
See more
Adolfo
December 2025
With pets
Had a great time at Sacred Pines! The cabin was lovely and the area around beautiful. The cabin has enough beds for a 6+ people and the beds where really comfy. Definitely recommend
See moreC
Carla
December 2025
With pets
Super clean, well equipped, nice location, quite, comfortable. Just a great all around experience with wonderful hosts.
See moreC
Carla
December 2025
With pets
What a wonderful experience this was. They have literally thought of everything and do whatever it take to make your experience just perfect. Love everything about it and even if I was local I'd rent and stay at their cabins.
See more
